Ronald "Red" McDonald's obituary , Passed away on November 4, 2025 in West Fargo, North Dakota

Ronald "Red" McDonald

March 10, 1950 - November 4, 2025 (75 years old)

West Fargo, North Dakota

Ronald "Red" McDonald's obituary , Passed away on November 4, 2025 in West Fargo, North Dakota

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Ronald "Red" McDonald

March 10, 1950 - November 4, 2025 (75 years old)

West Fargo, North Dakota

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Ronald McDonald Obituary

The world bids farewell to Ronald McDonald of West Fargo, North Dakota, born in Estevan, Saskatchewan, departing on November 4, 2025 at the age of 75. Ronald leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ronald McDonald or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As Ronald departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Ronald. Though Ronald may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Donald McDonald and Florence McDonald (Betland); and his brother Tom McDonald. He is survived by: his wife Elaine McDonald (Dreyer) of West Fargo, ND; his child Arissa McDonald; his grandsons, Ian and Nolan McDonald of Moorhead, MN.; and his brother Don McDonald (Sara) of Cold Spring, MN..

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November 11, 2025

Nathan Lamb wrote a sympathy message

“On behalf of Ron's La Coste relatives in Estevan we would like to send sincere condolences to Eddie, Arissa and all the McDonald family. We have fond memories of his visits to our farm when we were kids. May you RIP Red. Brenda (La Coste) Lamb”


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Thu

Nov 13

Visitation

West Funeral Home & Life Tribute Center
321 Sheyenne St, West Fargo, ND 58078

Fri

Nov 14

Memorial service

West Funeral Home & Life Tribute Center
321 Sheyenne St, West Fargo, ND 58078

Fri

Nov 14

Burial

Fargo National Cemetery
8709 40th Avenue North, Co Rd 20, Harwood, ND 58042

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Nov 14

Reception

4474 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104

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